Posts from Luxury Living

On the recommendation of one of our readers, I decided to petition Santa Claus for a pair of linen sheets. He came through, and ever since, sleep has never been so deep or sweet. For all you who have written it off as too scratchy or stiff, reconsider!

When the architecture firm MINIM was asked to restore this winery in the Priorat region of Spain, liquid filled the basement and it was partially in ruins. They turned it into a gorgeous juxtaposition of new and old elements, complete with living space to entertain clients and guests.

For us apartment dwellers, lack of storage space and seating can become an issue when entertaining. So I'm loving all of the stackable, stowable, and squishable occasional seating options on the market! Poufs and pillows can be pricey or practical — and there's even one solution you may already own!

In my quest for sleek, spare minimalism, I never thought I'd become a fan of infusing my décor with a touch of whimsy. Quirky, cutesy, ironic — these were words I never associated with stylish design. But lately, I'm all about adding a punch of unexpected humor to liven up my pad. Inspired by my recent stay at the very whimsical Mondrian South Beach, I've selected a few items that can add a similar charm to your home. What do you think — hot, or just plain hokey?

Over the last decade we've seen the trend of slick stainless steel appliances take over American kitchens. While that might make for a modern streamlined look, we're finding the warm feel of these vintage inspired refrigerators a refreshing change.

The fluid colors in the Francis wall mirror by French design company Petite Friture (or Small Fry in English) are created using water color techniques on the unique surface that the mirror provides. The colors on the Francis mirror are a unique take on the look of aged mirrors that is so popular at the moment.

There's nothing like the crackle, warmth and glow from a real wood-burning fireplace. But for apartment dwellers without an existing fireplace, alternatives to the traditional chimney and flue are necessary. Ventless designs powered by eco-friendly biofuel are now available in modern materials and as ceiling-mount, wall-mount and floor standing units. Here are a few sleek designs that won't leave you feeling left out in the cold.

Sometimes you have to touch and knock a piece of furniture to check if it is real wood and not just some factory-made composite. Well, not with these pieces. You can tell they're wood because you can see the grain and the natural shape of the wood--sometimes even the bark. What do you think of these tables, which look like cross-sections of a tree trunk or a slice of tree? Do you love their organic, natural untamed look or do you think they reek of faux rustic ski lodge?